
Iowa Women’s Basketball Faces a Grueling Non‑Conference Schedule in 2026‑27
The Hawkeyes will tackle a demanding slate of games, from UConn and Vanderbilt to rivalry matchups, as they seek to gel a revamped roster before the Big Ten season.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Taylor Stremlow across Basketball.

The Hawkeyes will tackle a demanding slate of games, from UConn and Vanderbilt to rivalry matchups, as they seek to gel a revamped roster before the Big Ten season.

During the WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago, Iowa freshman McKenna Woliczko signed exclusive Panini trading cards, marking a milestone in her early college journey and signaling a promising future for the Hawkeyes.
At the WNBA All-Star weekend in Chicago, Iowa freshman McKenna Woliczko signed an exclusive trading-card deal with Panini, marking a milestone in her burgeoning career as she prepares for her first season with the Hawkeyes.

A look at how Dani Carnegie's experience and leadership are shaping the Hawkeyes' fresh four‑out‑one‑in scheme.
McKenna Woliczko, the highly touted freshman guard, steps onto the University of Iowa campus with excitement and nerves, facing homesickness and luggage mishaps while finding comfort in local spots. She focuses on her 3‑point shot and rebounding, while Coach Jan Jensen praises the team's unselfish chemistry and depth. With a blend of new recruits and returning players, the Hawkeyes are poised for a fun, intriguing March Madness run.
Top recruit McKenna Woliczko navigates homesickness, new teammates and a demanding training regimen at the University of Iowa, while the women’s basketball program eyes a deep March Madness run.

The Iowa Hawkeyes enter their third year under head coach Jan Jensen, revamping the roster and counting on key players to step into larger roles after a guard exodus.

The Hawkeyes are reshaping their roster with a mix of proven performers and rising stars, aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament with renewed vigor.
The Iowa women's basketball team finished second in the Big Ten last season, and sophomore guard Journey Houston is poised to become a pivotal piece of the offense. Coach LaSondra Barrett's praise of Houston's work ethic, physical transformation, and emerging versatility underscores the excitement surrounding the Hawkeyes' future.

After finishing second in the Big Ten, Iowa is banking on Houston’s expanded skill set and a promising partnership with forward Ava Heiden to contend next season.
Houston’s modest 5.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game masked a pivotal presence on the floor, and her focused offseason work could reshape the team’s dynamics heading into her sophomore season.

Media will get a glimpse of Iowa's practice on Tuesday as the Hawkeyes work on offensive and defensive sets, explore new lineup possibilities, and reflect on the motivation that drove the 2023 squad after a near‑miss in the NCAA tournament.

McKenna Woliczko, a five-star forward, is poised to become a cornerstone of Iowa Women's Basketball. Coach Jan Jensen praises her fundamentals and defensive instincts, while team additions aim to maximize her impact without immediate scoring pressure.
After a second‑round loss, Iowa’s roster is reshaping its identity, blending veteran leadership with fresh talent, and drawing inspiration from Caitlin Clark’s relentless work ethic.

The Hawkeyes turned a disappointing tournament exit into a catalyst for growth, with Stremlow leading the charge.

After a shocking second‑round defeat to Virginia, the Hawkeyes are using the memory of that loss to sharpen their game and chase a deeper tournament run.

Summer workouts mark the beginning of a strategic overhaul for Iowa women's basketball, as the team integrates a four‑out system, welcomes fresh talent, and braces for a demanding slate of games.

A seasoned lineup, high‑ranking preseason polls and a stifling defense position Michigan as a leading contender for the conference title.

Transfer Dani Carnegie, a former Georgia standout, has been selected for the USA 3×3 National Team that will compete in the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Nations League Americas Conference in Ñuñoa, Chile. Coach Jan Jensen praises her adaptability while the roster blends new talent and returning players.
Ava Heiden, Iowa’s double‑major senior, announced she will stay with the Hawkeyes for three additional years, citing the NCAA’s new five‑year eligibility window and her desire to finish her finance and risk management degree while competing for a championship.
With a blend of returning veterans and fresh talent, the Hawkeyes are using summer workouts to fine‑tune a ‘four‑out, one‑in’ system and discover unexpected contributors before the fall campaign.
With five veterans and six newcomers, the Hawkeyes open summer practice on June 16, focusing on chemistry, a new "four‑out, one‑in" offense, and the potential for surprise standouts.

The Hawkeyes will face top contenders at home and on the road, with a schedule that blends manageable trips with marquee battles against UCLA, USC, Michigan and Ohio State

Iowa will host UConn in 2027‑28 after a scheduled away game next season, reviving a rivalry that sees the Huskies leading 7‑4, while both teams bring back key players and high‑profile recruits.